Lexus car brand has updated its flagship model, the Lexus LS sedan, featuring new styling and improved comfort and quietness. This will be the first update of the fifth-generation since its introduction in 2017.
Starting off with the exterior, Lexus revamped the headlights, and it now looks sleeker and slimmer as compared to the outgoing model. Moreover, the headlights now feature Lexus’ BladeScan technology, which consists of three-bulb lamps and clearance lamps.
This headlight technology is a versatile feature that prevents incoming cars from getting blinded from the car’s lights. Unfortunately, this feature is not legal in some countries.
The 2021 Lexus LS Sedan
At the rear, the chrome trim seen from the previous model has been changed to a piano black finish. The brand also decided to change the sedan’s wheels with new wheel designs including a sportier set of 20-inch wheels for the F-sport variant.
Inside, the multimedia system now features a new 12.3-inch touchscreen display that supports SmartDeviceLink, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. Lexus also aimed to provide a relaxing interior atmosphere for LS owners by incorporating ornamentation in “Nishin & Haku” (with “Haku” being the Japanese word for “metal leaf”).
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Rearview of the refreshed Lexus LS
The company said that the refresh was mainly undertaken in order to improve the Lexus sedan's overall comfort and quietness. For this reason, a newly developed adaptable variable suspension has been added to provide a smoother drive. In addition, the seats now feature deeper stitch points coupled with low-resilience urethane seat pads to provide better comfort.
Interior view of the refreshed Lexus LS
Lastly, the Lexus Teammate is now applied to the sedan. This is the brand’s latest advanced driving assist technology that intends to provide a safer and better mobility experience. The Lexus Teammate provides two main features, namely the Advanced Drive and Advanced Park.
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The refreshed LS still uses the same engine from the previous model
The Advanced Drive enables onboard systems for driver status monitoring to assist drivers in recognition, judgment, and operation, in accordance with actual traffic conditions. While the Advanced Park uses integrated cameras and ultrasonic sensors to assist drivers in parking safely.
The 2021 Lexus LS will go on sale in Japan in late 2020.
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Know more about Lexus LS 2024
The Lexus LS is the premium flagship model of Lexus - a famous Japanese car manufacturer. The name LS stands for “luxury sedan” or “luxury saloon.” This full-size, four-door sedan is the epitome of sophistication as seen on its well-crafted exterior with the right balance of sportiness and innovation.
Under the hood of the Lexus LS is a 3.5-liter V6 gasoline engine capable of making up to 415 horsepower and 600 Nm of torque. The hybrid version meanwhile also uses a 3.5-liter V6, but it is paired with two lithium-ion-powered electric motors making a total of 354 horsepower and 350 Nm of torque. V6-only versions use an eight-speed automatic gearbox, while the electrified model uses a multi-stage hybrid gearbox.
Locally, the Lexus LS competes against the likes of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, BMW 7-Series, Audi A8, among others.
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Lexus LS Launch
The first-generation Lexus LS debuted at the 1989 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan. It was fitted with a 4.0-liter V8 engine paired with a four-speed automatic transmission. During that time, it was among the first premium sedans fitted with an electrochromic rearview mirror, a telescopic steering wheel with a built-in SRS airbag, and power-adjustable seat belts.
Its second generation was launched in 1994 and refreshed with a stronger body structure, longer wheelbase, updated brakes, and improved suspension.
In January 2000, its third generation was released at the North American International Auto Show flaunting an interior based on a guest room at the Four Seasons Hotel. The seats were made in reference to the first-class seats of Japan Airlines and British Airways. Its fourth generation was revealed in 2006 updated with a new platform. A hybrid version was also unveiled.
The current generation was launched in the Philippines in 2017.
Lexus LS Exterior
The Lexus LS measures 5,235mm long, 1,900mm wide, and 1,450mm tall with a wheelbase of 3,125mm. Highlights include the Japanese company’s signature detailed spindle grille, front LED headlamps with auto-leveling functions, rear LED combination lamps with LED turn signals, an auto lift-up function that automatically lifts the vehicle while passengers enter or exit, and sensors in the rear for hands-free access to the trunk.
Supporting the premium sedan is a set of 245/50 RF19 noise-reduction wheels.
Lexus LS Interior
The cabin of the Lexus LS is roomy and is fitted with sophisticated features such as tailored seats with a shiatsu massage function, retractable ottoman rear seats, Kiriko glass art ornamentation in the panels, hand-pleated diamond-shaped, interior upholstery, and infrared rays sensor that efficiently monitors the body temperature of the riders for climate control.
Technology & Safety Features
The standard on all variants is the 12.3-inch display. Cabin sounds are provided by the Mark Levin audio system with 24 speakers.
In terms of safety, the Lexus LS is fitted with 14 sensor-controlled SRS airbags, blind-spot monitor, radar cruise control, vehicle dynamics integrated management, anti-lock brake system, Lexus parking assist with a rearview camera, and ten sensors, pedestrian protection performance, child restraint system, three-point seatbelts with height-adjustable anchors, and an anti-theft system with a siren.
Platform & Chassis
The Lexus LS is built with a high-mount multi-link suspension at the front and a multi-link suspension at the rear. It is equipped with an 18-inch front wheel brake at the front and a 17-inch front wheel brake at the rear.
Engine & Drivetrain
The Lexus LS 500 runs using a V6 24-valve twin-turbo DOHC engine mated to an automatic transmission. It can produce 415 horsepower with 600 Newton Meters.
The Lexus LS 500h is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine paired with two electric motors with a multi-stage hybrid transmission. It generates 354 horsepower with 350 Newton meters.
Lexus LS 2024 Price List
| Variants | Price |
|---|---|
| Lexus LS 500h Executive | ₱5.468 Million |
| Lexus LS 500h Premier (5-Seater) | ₱9.038 Million |
| Lexus LS 500 Premier | ₱10.508 Million |
₱ 5,958,000 - ₱ 9,428,000
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